DIY: How to Make Halloween Wine Charms

By Kimberly Sneed 
on October 23rd, 2014
In: Entertaining

This blog was updated in December 2024.

Hi there! Kimberly from A Night Owl Blog here, back to share a fun and easy wine DIY with you for this holiday season – these DIY Halloween Wine Charms! 

Are you hosting a Halloween party this year? If so, a great variety of wine is a must. And if you’re like me and like to customize decor and more for your parties, then this easy afternoon project is just for you! I grabbed everything I needed at a local hobby store, mostly from the jewelry making section. 

Little bottlecap charms, resin and wire set the foundation for the wine charms, while the glitter and buttons you find will allow you to customize! For Halloween, I found cute candy corn buttons and spooky spiders that I knew would be perfect! But you can choose any button or small token that you think would fit your party theme the best. 

Halloween Wine Charm Supplies:

  • Jewelry resin 
  • Jewelry charms 
  • Festive buttons 
  • Glitter (various colors) 
  • Earring wire 
  • Wire cutters (opt) 
DIY Halloween Wine Charms

How to Make DIY Halloween Wine Charms

Follow these simple steps to create your own fun and festive Halloween wine glass charms! 

 

  1. Mix the Resin: Mix together your jewelry resin according to the instructions on the package. I had to push to combine two tubes and mix in a small cup. 
  2. Prepare the Charm Base: Then fill your charm half way with resin, sprinkle in glitter and stir. Depending on how many different types of buttons you have, you’ll want to alternate the glitter colors so that each charm is unique! 
  3. Prep the Button: So that it would lay flush in the charm, I used wire cutters to cut off the back of the button. 
  4. Add the Button: Then I simply popped the button in to the charm with the resin. 
  5. Let the Resin Set: I allowed the first layer to dry for a couple of hours, then I added more resin once the button was set, to fill in the charm. 
  6. Wait for it to Dry: The hardest part is waiting! Depending on your resin, you may have to wait 4-6 hours for the charms to dry. 
  7. Finish the Charms: Once they are dry, simply string an earring wire through the top and they’re ready for use! 

And the result? Fun and festive DIY Halloween Wine Charms! Perfectly customized for your Halloween soiree! 

Wine Pairings for Your Halloween Party

Once you’ve got those fun DIY wine charms ready, it’s time to pick the wines that will make your Halloween party complete. Whether you’re keeping things casual or going all out, a few great bottles from Kendall-Jackson will really set the mood. Here are a few of my favorites to pair with your Halloween spread: 

Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon: If you’re serving something hearty—like roasted meats, charcuterie, or maybe a savory pumpkin dish—this bold Cabernet is perfect. It has rich, dark fruit flavors and just the right amount of depth to balance out those rich, flavorful bites. 

Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay: This is my go-to for lighter appetizers—think stuffed mushrooms, creamy goat cheese, or shrimp cocktail. The crisp, citrusy notes of this Chardonnay keep things refreshing without overwhelming the flavors. 

Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Riesling: If your Halloween treats lean sweet, like candy corn or caramel apples, this Riesling is a fantastic match. It’s got just enough sweetness to play off the treats, but with a nice, bright acidity that keeps everything in balance. 

Check out our blog on pairing Halloween candy with wine to learn more!